"Those who HONOR me I will honor, but those who despise me will be disdained." "YAHWEH's every WORD is flawless..." (1 Samuel 2:30, Proverbs 30:5)

Today's Church vs Biblical Ekklesia

What most people today
recognize and define as "church" - including their various doctrines, creeds and traditions - in most aspects has no resemblance to the biblical model of the ekklesia(Called-out Assembly) the Messiah said he would build; which he and his Apostles both lived and taught.

Yahshua said: "...upon this rock I will build My ekklesia; and the gates of hell will not prevail against it."Matthew 16:18

Traditional "churches" in America today embrace a man-made"corporate-institutional" model rather than the biblical model of the "ekklesia" Yahshua Messiah personally established.

The ekklesia established by the Messiah (Yahshua) gradually evolved into man-made corporate institutions called churches. Today's churches operate under a
hierarchy of authority and power that negates the intended equality and unity of individual disciples and also promotes division and competition within the body of Christ. Within each corporate church division people are intentionally divided into two distinct "classes" of Christians known as clergy andlaity - betterdefined today as "pastor" and "congregation."

"The term ‘laity’ is one of the worst in the vocabulary of religion and ought to be banished from the Christian conversation." ~ Karl Barth

"The clergy-laity tradition has done more to undermine New Testament authority than most heresies." ~ James D.G. Dunn

"The
clergy-laity dichotomy is a direct carry-over from pre-Reformation
Roman Catholicism and a throwback to the Old Testament priesthood. It
is one of the principal obstacles to the church effectively being God’s
agent of the kingdom today because it creates a false idea that only
‘holy men,’ namely, ordained ministers, are really qualified and
responsible for leadership and significant ministry. In the New
Testament, there are functional distinctions between various kinds of
ministries but no hierarchical division between clergy and laity." ~ Howard Snyder

The majority of man-made churches in America take institutionalization a step further through their collusion with the State/government. Once a body of believers incorporates as a "legal entity" under the 501(c)(3)
IRS code,
the State literally replaces the Messiah (Yahshua) as the head of the "church," and
the freedoms
once held in him become shackled by the chains of unholy State
regulations. Shockingly, the bondage of these State regulations not only
supersede the word of God (Yahweh), but churches willingly and openly agree
to the legal bond of compliance and submission to the supreme authority of the State through a written contractual
agreement.

He
[Yahshua] is also head of the body, the ekklesia; and He is the beginning, the
firstborn from the dead, so that He Himself will come to have first
place in everything.Colossians 1:18

"But it was
because of the false brethren secretly brought in, who had sneaked in
to spy out our liberty which we have in Yahshua Messiah, in order to bring
us into bondage." Galatians 2:4

Do
not be bound together with unbelievers; for what partnership have
righteousness and lawlessness, or what fellowship has light with
darkness? 2 Corinthians 6:14

Besides establishing a man-made hierarchy, the unity Yahshua taught as the foundation of his ekklesia is virtually non-existent today. The ekklesia has been divided into literally thousands of competing brands of both denominational and independent churches; with each "church" being separated by different doctrines, creeds and traditions. Consequently, rather than the unity Yahshua commanded in scripture, today's churches have created division among believers .

Yahshua called his disciples and told them, “You know that those who are recognized as rulers among the unbelievers lord it over them, and their superiors act like tyrants over them. That’s not the way it should be among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant." Mark:10:42

"The gospel of Yahshua records that He built one ekklesia and that all saved people
were in that ekklesia. He prayed for unity and rebuked division.
Denominations as we know them did not exist till centuries later.
Yet today hundreds of denominations exist in the name of
Christianity, claiming to be Christian. They are divided and
contradict one another."~ David E.Pratte

Besides being run like a worldly hierarchical corporation unequally yoked with the State and being divided by different man-made denominations, the majority of churches today also embrace many man-made unbiblical
doctrines and traditions.

"For
the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but
wanting to have their ears tickled, they will accumulate for themselves
teachers in accordance to their own desires, and will turn away their ears from the truth and will turn aside to myths." 2 Timothy 4:3-4

Corruption of Yahshua's and the Apostle's teachings through man-made doctrines, creeds and traditions are clearly evident in the New Testament. While these corruptions began during the Apostolic era, they escalated greatly in the post-Apostolic era; culminating with "church" leaders colluding with Roman rulers in the early fourth century to create the original State sponsored "Christian" church - aptly called the Roman Catholic Church.

Unfortunately, even after the so-called "reformation" movement took place in the sixteenth century, where many Christians broke away from the Catholic Church, the majority of newly formed "protestant" Christian churches continued to keep and adhere to most Roman Catholic Church doctrines, creeds and traditions - and do so even to this day.

“Beware of the false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves"Matthew 7:15

The tragic consequences of these divisions in the ekklesia and deviations from Yahshua's
teachings compromise and imperil the spirituality and welfare of
Christians and are highly detrimental to the message and ministry of the
gospel. These negative effects resemble closely today what the Apostle Paul
warned about in some of his his letters as being a "hindrance" to the gospel and a financial "burden" on the ekklesia.

Now
I exhort you, brethren, by the name of Yahshua Messiah, that you
all agree and THAT THERE BE NO DIVISIONS AMONG YOU, but that you be made
complete in the same mind and in the same judgment.1 Corinthians 1:10

Remember Yahshua and his Apostles WARNED over and over in scripture (See the exhaustive list in the column at the side of this blog) that the complete Gospel had been fully delivered to the saints "once for all," and no one should ever be deceived by any additional worldly doctrines, traditions and teachings of men,
which are a corruption of both the gospel message and the ekklesia.*

I AM AMAZED that you are so quickly deserting Him who called you by the grace of Yahshua Messiah, for a DIFFERENT GOSPEL;which is really not another; only there are some who are disturbing you and want to distort the gospel of Yahshua Messiah.BUT EVEN IF WE, OR AN ANGEL FROM HEAVEN, SHOULD PREACH TO YOU A GOSPEL CONTRARY TO WHAT WE HAVE PREACHED TO YOU, HE IS TO BE ACCURSED!As we have said before, so I SAY AGAIN NOW, if any man is preaching to you a gospel CONTRARY TO WHAT YOU ALREADY RECEIVED, he is to be ACCURSED!Galatians 1:6-9

Now I make known to you, brethren, THE GOSPEL WHICH I PREACHED TO YOU, WHICH ALSO YOU RECEIVED, in which also you stand,by which also you are saved, if you HOLD FAST TO THE WORD WHICH I PREACHED TO YOU, unless you believed in vain.I Corinthians 15:1-2

I felt the necessity to write to you appealing that you contend earnestly for the faith which was ONCE FOR ALL HANDED DOWN TO THE SAINTS.Jude 1:30

“Beware of the false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves"Matthew 7:15

But
I am afraid that, as the serpent deceived Eve by his craftiness, your
minds will be corrupted from the simplicity and purity that is in the Yahshua Messiah.2 Corinthians 11:3

See to it that
no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception,
according to the tradition of men, according to the elementary
principles of the world, rather than according to Yahshua Messiah.Colossians 2:8

...in humility receive the word implanted, which is able to save your souls.James 1:21b

*Please remember to always search the scriptures in the Holy Spirit for discernment and
confirmation of the truth in all things - including the teachings found on this blog or any links provided.

These things I have written to you concerning those who are trying to deceive you.As for you, the anointing which you received from Him abides in you, and you have no need for anyone to teach you; but as His anointing teaches you about all things, and is true and is not a lie, and just as it has taught you, you abide in Him.1 John 2:26-27

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This blog's purpose is to encourage a thorough and accurate study of the scriptures and relative historical facts to determine the truth in all things pertaining to the gospel of the Kingdom of Yahweh and the Ekklesia - the Body and Bride of Yahshua Messiah. To edify, strengthen, mature, grow and unite all disciples of Yahshua in love, and exhort them to fully understand and embrace their function, purpose and potential as active ambassadors for Yahshua and equal members of Yahweh's ordained royal priesthood within the new covenant Ekklesia as established under the authority of Yahweh by His teachings through His son Yahshua Messiah and his chosen Apostles.

Yahshua said:

“I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me. John 14:6

“If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine;and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.”John 8:31-32

He who rejects Me and does not receive My sayings, has one who judges him; the word I spoke is what will judge him at the last day.For I did not speak on My own initiative, but the Father Himself who sent Me has given Me a commandment as to what to say and what to speak.I know that His commandment is eternal life; therefore the things I speak, I speak just as the Father has told Me.”John 12:47-50“This is eternal life, that they may know You, the one (monos) true God, and Yahshua Messiah whom You have sent.”John 17:3

Out of respect for revealed truth, whenever possible, original content will use the proper, eternal and memorial name of the God if Israel - Yahweh (YHWH - Exodus 3:15) rather than the generic "titles" LORD or God, and the Hebrew name He gave His son - Yahshua (Yahweh is Salvation).

Content of posts or links not written by the curator of HonorGodsWord.com may not always represent the expressed beliefs of the curator.

Surely you know "THEIR" names?

Who has ascended into heaven and descended?Who has gathered the wind in his fists?Who has wrapped the waters in his garment?Who has established all the ends of the earth?What is His NAME or His son's NAME?Surely you know?Proverbs 30:4

Do YOU know the "personal" names of the God of Israel and His only begotten son?

This is not a random question - it's a question being asked directly from scripture - and the questioner expects YOU to know the correct answer.

“Surely you know?”

YAHWEH (YHWH) is the "eternal and memorial name" given to Moses by the God of Israel inExodus 3:15.

Fact: The name Yahweh has been known since Moses received it directly from Him at the burning bush. Likewise, the name Yahshua has been known since Mary and Joseph received it directly from the angel Gabriel. Neither of these names has ever been lost - they have just been ignored and replaced.

If this is true, then why use another name - a different name?

Do names really matter?

Those who know your name will put their trust in you, for you, Yahweh, have not forsaken those who seek you.Psalms 9:10

Man's "Church" or Messiah's Ekklesia?

The Messiah said: "Upon this rock I will build MY 'Ekklesia.'" Matthew 16:18

The word "ekklesia" literally means, called out assembly. So why are today's "churches" legally created corporate entities - run by paid executives, headquartered in buildings with a cross on top, with signage and marketing promoting exclusive denominational brands?

Who is Yahshua's God?

Yahshua was a Jew and believed there was only one true God of Israel. His creed was the Shema of Deuteronomy 6:4-9- the monotheist creed of all Jews.Yahshua was NOT a trinitarian, nor did he ever espouse such a doctrine.

"...and Yahshua answered him, `The first and most important of all the commands [is], Hear, O Israel, Yahweh is our God,Yahweh is ONE." Mark 12:29

"And this is eternal life: to know You (Yahweh), the ONE[Greek: monos - alone, solitary - without a companion] true God, and the one whom you sent—Yahshua Messiah."John 17:3

The Apostle Paul said the Messiah's God was also his God - and that the two were not both God.

"For there is ONE God, andONE mediator also between God and men, the MAN [anthrópos - human]YahshuaMessiah"1 Timothy 2:5

To the angel of the ekklesia in Philadelphia write:"I know your deeds. Behold, I have put before you an open door which no one can shut, because you have a little power, and have kept My word, and have not denied My NAME." Revelation 3:8-9

Yahshua never used the word "Church"

"And I say that you are Peter/Petros [Small stone], and on this petra [Large rock] I will build my Ekklesia, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it."Matthew:16:18

Yahshua Messiah said "I will build MY "Ekklesia." The Greek word Ekklesia means called-out assembly, or called-out community. So why do most bibles translate Ekklesia as "church" (Greek: kyriakos), which means a "building?"Who is responsible for changing the word Ekklesia to church over 100 times in the bible - and Why did they do it? Click here to find out why it should matter to every Christian.

Denominations = Divisions

"Now I exhort you, brethren, by the name of Yahshua Messiah, that you all agree and that there be NO DIVISIONS among you, but that you be made complete in the SAME mind and in the SAME judgment. Now I mean this, that each one of you is saying, “I am of Paul,” and “I of Apollos,” and “I of Cephas,” and “I of Christ.”Has Yahshua Messiah been divided?Paul was not crucified for you, was he? Or were you baptized in the name of Paul?"1 Corinthians 1:10-14

"Now I urge you, brethren, keep your eye on those who cause dissensions, divisions and hindrances contrary to the teaching which you learned, and TURN AWAY FROM THEM.For such men are slaves, not of our Messiah but of their own appetites; and by their smooth and flattering speech they deceive the hearts of the unsuspecting.Romans 16:17-18

By scriptural definition, denominations are exclusive divisions of the true Ekklesia based on different doctrines, creeds and traditions of men. By Paul's own words, denominations are divisions that render the Ekklesia "incomplete." Paul exhorts Christians, by the name of Yahshua, that there should "be NO DIVISIONS" within the Ekklesia - only UNITY of the "SAME MIND" and the "SAME JUDGMENT." Paul "urges" Christians to "TURN AWAY" from men who cause "dissensions, divisions and hindrances."

The Trinity is Idolatry

"This is My Name"

“Two things I have asked of you; don’t deny me before I die: Remove far from me falsehood and lies. Give me neither poverty nor riches. Feed me with the food that is needful for me; lest I be full, deny you, and say, ‘Who is Yahweh?’or lest I be poor, and steal, and so dishonor the NAME of my God." Proverbs 30:7-9

"Courage for Truth" The One True God

What was the Gospel Message that Yahshua preached?

"Whatever Yahshua preached, it got people excited. Even the demons were riled up. And Yahshua’s message angered most of the religious leaders he encountered. In the end, it got him killed on a Roman cross. So what exactly was this inspiring, challenging, goading, and apparently subversive message of Yahshua Messiah all about?" READ MORE: HERE and HERE.

So how important is it to both understand and believe the gospel that Yahshua Messiah preached?

Now after John had been taken into custody, Yahshua came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of Yahweh,and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of Yahweh is at hand;repent and believe in the gospel.”Mark 1:14-15

What really happens when you die?

Traditional "Church" doctrine teaches that you go to heaven - but is that biblical? Find out HERE - and more HERE.

"Vocational" Pastors

"It is difficult to get a man to understand something when his livelihood and salary depends upon his NOT understanding it." Upton Sinclair

Even Dennis gets it...

Sorry Dennis - The gospel isn't free!

Real 'Church' History

501(c)(3) - A Deal with the Devil?

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Trinity Confusion

Anthony Buzzard

How many is God? One or Three?

Yahshua Testifies Against the Trinity

"The Trinity Exposed"

Jewish thoughts on the Trinity

Today's "Church" Hierarchy (Clergy vs. Laity)

But he [Yahshua] told them, “The kings of the unbelieversrule over them, and those who exercise authority over them are called benefactors [Title of honor].But you [My disciples] are NOT to do so. On the contrary, whoever desires to be greatest among you should become like the youngest [Recent convert], and the one who leads should become like the one who serves [A slave who waits on guests].Because who is greater, the one who sits at the table, or the one who serves? It is the one at the table, isn’t it? But I [Yahshua] am among you as [An example] one who serves.Luke 22:25-27

Church is NOT a Business:“In the begenning church was a fellowship of men and women centering on the living Christ. Then the church moved to Greece, where it became a philosophy. Then it moved to Rome, where it became an institution. Next, it moved to Europe, where it became a culture. And finally, it moved to America, where it became an enterprise." ~ Richard C. HalversonFormer chaplain of the U. S. Senate

"But in vain do they worship Me, Teaching as doctrines the precepts of men."

“Beware of the false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves."~ Yahshua Messiah: Matthew 7:15

"I know that after my departure savage wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock; and from among your own selves men will arise, speaking corrupt things to draw away disciples after them. Therefore be on the alert..." ~ The Apostle Paul:Acts 20:29-31

"Now I urge you, brethren, identify and expose those who cause dissensions, divisions and hindrances contrary to the teaching which you learned, and turn away from them.For such men are slaves, not of our Messiah but of their own appetites; and by their smooth and flattering speech they deceive the hearts of the unsuspecting.~ The Apostle Paul: Romans 16:17-18

"But what I am doing I will continue to do, so that I may cut off opportunity from those who desire an opportunity to be regarded just as we are in the matter about which they are boasting.For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, disguising themselves as apostles of the Messiah.No wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.Therefore it is not surprising if his servants also disguise themselves as servants of righteousness, whose end will be according to their deeds.~ The Apostle Paul: 2 Corinthians 11:12-15

"But it was because of the false brethren secretly brought in, who had sneaked in to spy out our liberty which we have in Yahshua Messiah, in order to bring us into bondage." ~ The Apostle Paul:Galatians 2:4

"Brethren, join in following my example, and observe those who walk according to the pattern you have in us.For many [false teachers] walk, of whom I often told you, and now tell you even weeping, that they are enemies of the cross of Yahshua Messiah,whose end is destruction, whose god is their appetite, and whose glory is in their shame, who set their minds on earthly things." ~ The Apostle Paul:Philippians 3:17-19

"But the Spirit explicitly says that in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons,by means of the hypocrisy of liars seared in their own conscience as with a branding iron..."~ The Apostle Paul:1 Timothy 4:1-2

“But evil men and impostors will proceed from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived."~ The Apostle Paul: 2 Timothy 3:13

"For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but wanting to have their ears tickled, they will accumulate for themselves teachers in accordance to their own desires, and will turn away their ears from the truth and will turn aside to myths."~ The Apostle Paul:2 Timothy 4:3-4

"Children, it is the last hour; and just as you heard that anti-messiah is coming, even now many anti-messiahs have appeared; from this we know that it is the last hour.They went out from us, but they were not really of us; for if they had been of us, they would have remained with us; but they went out, so that it would be shown that they all are not of us."~ The Apostle John:1 John2:18-20

"Reject a factious man [specializing in half-truths and misrepresentations "to win others over" - to their personal opinionand misguided zeal – while creating harmful divisions] after a first and second warning,knowing that such a man is perverted and is sinning, being self-condemned."~ The Apostle Paul: Titus 3:10-11

"Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation of things.For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from Yahweh as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. ...But false prophets also arose among the people, just as there will also be false teachers among you, who will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them, bringing swift destruction upon themselves.Many will follow their sensuality, and because of them the way of the truth will be maligned;and in their greed they will exploit you with false words; their judgment from long ago is not idle, and their destruction is not asleep."~ The Apostle Peter: 2 Peter 1:20-21, 2:1-3

"For certain persons have crept in unnoticed, those who were long beforehand marked out for this condemnation, ungodly persons who turn the grace of Yahweh into licentiousness and deny our only Master and Lord, Yahshua Messiah. Woe to them! For they have gone the way of Cain, andfor paythey have rushed headlong into the error of Balaam. These are the ones who cause divisions, worldly-minded, devoid of the Spirit."~ Jude:Jude 1:3-4, 11, 19

"Do not be carried away by varied and strange teachings"~ The Apostle PaulHebrews 13:9

"You adulteresses, do you not know that friendship with the world is hostility toward Yahweh? Therefore whoever wishes to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of Yahweh."~ The Apostle James:James 4:4"I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot; I wish that you were cold or hot.So because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of My mouth.Becauseyou say, “I am rich, and have become wealthy, and have need of nothing,” and you do not know that you are wretched and miserable and poor and blind and naked,I advise you to buy from Me gold refined by fire so that you may become rich, and white garments so that you may clothe yourself, and that the shame of your nakedness will not be revealed; and eye salve to anoint your eyes so that you may see.Those whom I love, I reprove and discipline; therefore be zealous and repent."~ Yahshua Messiah: Revelation 3:15-19

The Pastor...

"He is the fundamental figure of the Protestant faith. So prevailing is the pastor in the minds of most Christians that he is often better known, more highly praised, and more heavily relied upon than Jesus Christ Himself! The un-scriptural clergy/laity distinction has done untold harm to the body of Christ. It has divided the believing community into first and second-class Christians… and perpetuates an awful falsehood – namely, that some Christians are more privileged than others to serve the Lord… We believe the pastoral office has stolen your right to function as a full member of Christ’s body. It has distorted the reality of the body, making the pastor a giant mouth and transforming you into a tiny ear. It has rendered you a mute spectator who is proficient at taking sermon notes and passing an offering plate. The contemporary pastor is the most unquestioned fixture in twenty-first-century Christianity. Yet not a strand of Scripture supports the existence of this office. "~ ‘Pagan Christianity?’

"One More Person"

Same Passion - Different Motive:Oscar Schindler was passionate to save more lives, the Apostle Paul was passionate to save more souls.

Do today's corporate church leaders have Paul's passion and motive? "I have made myself a slave to all, so that I may win more.I have become all things to all men, so that I may by all means save some."1 Corinthians 9

Church Hierarchy - Parts 1 - 5

The Business of Church

Does Government Control Your Church?

Ecclesiastical Irony...

The ICV Bible (Humor)

Extreme "Vocational" Pastors on Reality TV

Pay close attention at the 1:10min. mark of the video for their "scriptural" evidence to justify being "owed" a (really nice) salary. Sound familiar? It's the same scriptural evidence vocational pastors use to "...reap material things from you."

Beware of/Expose False Teaching

I appeal to you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught; avoid them. For such persons do not serve our Yahshua Messiah, but their own appetites, and by smooth talk and flattery they deceive the hearts of the naive.

For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions, and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths.

I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of our Messiah and are turning to a different gospel— not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Yahshua Messiah. But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed. As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be accursed.

For such men are false apostles, deceitful workmen, disguising themselves as apostles of Yahshua Messiah. And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. So it is no surprise if his servants, also, disguise themselves as servants of righteousness. Their end will correspond to their deeds.

For certain people have crept in unnoticed who long ago were designated for this condemnation, ungodly people, who pervert the grace of our Yahweh into sensuality and deny our only Master and Lord, Yahshua Messiah.

“Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. On that day many will say to me, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and cast out demons in your name, and do many mighty works in your name?’ And then will I declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from me, you workers of lawlessness.’

But false prophets also arose among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you, who will secretly bring in destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them, bringing upon themselves swift destruction.

Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of Yahweh comes upon the sons of disobedience. Therefore do not become partners with them; for at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Yahweh. Walk as children of light (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), and try to discern what is pleasing to the Yahweh. ...

“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. You will recognize them by their fruits. Are grapes gathered from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? So, every healthy tree bears good fruit, but the diseased tree bears bad fruit. A healthy tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a diseased tree bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. ...

“Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.

Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from Yahweh, for many false prophets have gone out into the world. By this you know the Spirit of Yahweh: every spirit that confesses that Yahshua Messiah has come in the flesh is from Yahweh, and every spirit that does not confess Yahshua is not from Yahweh. This is the spirit of the antimessiah, which you heard was coming and now is in the world already. Little children, you are from Yahweh and have overcome them, for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. They are from the world; therefore they speak from the world, and the world listens to them. ...

Yahshua left the temple and was going away, when his disciples came to point out to him the buildings of the temple. But he answered them, “You see all these, do you not? Truly, I say to you, there will not be left here one stone upon another that will not be thrown down.” As he sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately, saying, “Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the close of the age?” And Yahshua answered them, “See that no one leads you astray. For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Messiah,’ and they will lead many astray. ...

“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother. But if he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence of two or three witnesses. If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the ekklesia, let him be to you as a Gentile and a tax collector.

But the anointing that you received from him abides in you, and you have no need that anyone should teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about everything, and is true, and is no lie—just as it has taught you, abide in him.

All Scripture is breathed out by Yahweh and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of Yahweh may be competent, equipped for every good work.

If anyone teaches a different doctrine and does not agree with the sound words of our Lord Yahshua Messiah and the teaching that accords with godliness, he is puffed up with conceit and understands nothing. He has an unhealthy craving for controversy and for quarrels about words, which produce envy, dissension, slander, evil suspicions, and constant friction among people who are depraved in mind and deprived of the truth, imagining that godliness is a means of gain.

You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father's desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and has nothing to do with the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.

And this is the judgment: the light has come into the world, and people loved the darkness rather than the light because their works were evil. For everyone who does wicked things hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his works should be exposed.

And as he came out of the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher, what wonderful stones and what wonderful buildings!” And Yahshua said to him, “Do you see these great buildings? There will not be left here one stone upon another that will not be thrown down.” And as he sat on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter and James and John and Andrew asked him privately, “Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign when all these things are about to be accomplished?” And Yahshua began to say to them, “See that no one leads you astray. ...